How to Make Facials for Sensitive Skin

Sensitive skin can react to a variety of artificial chemicals from over-the-counter facial products, even those that are labeled hypo-allergenic. Making facials at home allows you to have complete control over the ingredients in the product. It is far more economical, too. Learn how to make a facial that exfoliates, eliminates blackheads, moisturizes and tightens the pores.

Things You'll Need

• Paper towels
• Bowl
• Spoon
• Measuring spoons
• Unsalted butter
• Honey
• Oatmeal
• Witch hazel

Instructions

1. Soften the butter either in the microwave or on the stove. In the bowl, combine 2 tbsp. unsalted butter, 2 tbsp. honey and 1/2 cup of honey. Mix these ingredients with the spoon.

2. With your fingers, apply this mixture to your face, avoiding the delicate tissues around the eyes. Wait 20 to 30 minutes. Rinse and gently pat your face dry with a towel.

3. Tear a paper towel into strips 1 to 2 inches wide. Moisten the strips with witch hazel. Apply the moistened strips to your face. Wait at least 15 minutes. Gently remove the strips from your face.

Tips & Warnings

• As an alternate moisturizer, smash a soft avocado and apply it to your face. Wait 30 minutes before rinsing and drying with a towel.

• Use only unsalted butter. Salted butter can dry and irritate skin.